1998 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Aurora | 550 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |